{"id":23238,"date":"2022-08-29T11:11:42","date_gmt":"2022-08-29T11:11:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/"},"modified":"2022-08-30T10:11:34","modified_gmt":"2022-08-30T10:11:34","slug":"how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"How much Kaopectate Can you give a dog?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#How_much_Kaopectate_Can_you_give_a_dog\" title=\"How much Kaopectate Can you give a dog?\">How much Kaopectate Can you give a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#Is_it_safe_to_give_my_dog_Kaopectate\" title=\"Is it safe to give my dog Kaopectate?\">Is it safe to give my dog Kaopectate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#What_soothes_a_dogs_stomach_and_helps_with_diarrhea\" title=\"What soothes a dog&#8217;s stomach and helps with diarrhea?\">What soothes a dog&#8217;s stomach and helps with diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#What_anti_diarrhea_medicine_is_safe_for_dogs\" title=\"What anti diarrhea medicine is safe for dogs?\">What anti diarrhea medicine is safe for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#How_much_Kaopectate_can_a_dog_take\" title=\"How much Kaopectate can a dog take?\">How much Kaopectate can a dog take?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#How_quickly_does_Kaopectate_work_for_dogs\" title=\"How quickly does Kaopectate work for dogs?\">How quickly does Kaopectate work for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#Can_you_give_a_dog_human_Kaopectate\" title=\"Can you give a dog human Kaopectate?\">Can you give a dog human Kaopectate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#How_much_Kaopectate_do_I_give_my_dog\" title=\"How much Kaopectate do I give my dog?\">How much Kaopectate do I give my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_stop_diarrhea\" title=\"What can I give my dog to stop diarrhea?\">What can I give my dog to stop diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#How_do_you_settle_a_dogs_upset_stomach_and_diarrhea\" title=\"How do you settle a dog&#8217;s upset stomach and diarrhea?\">How do you settle a dog&#8217;s upset stomach and diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#What_is_the_best_thing_to_settle_a_dogs_stomach\" title=\"What is the best thing to settle a dog&#8217;s stomach?\">What is the best thing to settle a dog&#8217;s stomach?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#Is_Scrambled_Egg_good_for_dogs_with_diarrhea\" title=\"Is Scrambled Egg good for dogs with diarrhea?\">Is Scrambled Egg good for dogs with diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_diarrhea_over_the_counter\" title=\"What can I give my dog for diarrhea over the counter?\">What can I give my dog for diarrhea over the counter?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#What_can_you_give_a_dog_that_has_diarrhea\" title=\"What can you give a dog that has diarrhea?\">What can you give a dog that has diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#Can_I_give_my_dog_human_anti_diarrhea_medicine\" title=\"Can I give my dog human anti diarrhea medicine?\">Can I give my dog human anti diarrhea medicine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#Will_Imodium_hurt_my_dog\" title=\"Will Imodium hurt my dog?\">Will Imodium hurt my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#How_long_does_antidiarrheal_take_to_work_in_dogs\" title=\"How long does antidiarrheal take to work in dogs?\">How long does antidiarrheal take to work in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#Does_Kaopectate_stop_diarrhea_dogs\" title=\"Does Kaopectate stop diarrhea dogs?\">Does Kaopectate stop diarrhea dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#How_much_Kaopectate_Can_I_give_my_dog_for_diarrhea\" title=\"How much Kaopectate Can I give my dog for diarrhea?\">How much Kaopectate Can I give my dog for diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-kaopectate-can-you-give-a-dog\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_meds_to_kick_in_for_dogs\" title=\"How long does it take for meds to kick in for dogs?\">How long does it take for meds to kick in for dogs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_Kaopectate_Can_you_give_a_dog\"><\/span>How much Kaopectate Can you give a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Vets usually suggest <b>0.5 to 1.5 ml per lb of liquid Kaopectate, or up to half of a 262 mg tablet per 7.5 lbs. You can give this medicine 1 to 3 times daily, with or without meals, for up to 48 hours.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Also Read:<a href=\"https:\/\/petanimalscare.com\/how-much-liquid-kaopectate-can-i-give-my-dog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> How much liquid Kaopectate Can I give my dog?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_safe_to_give_my_dog_Kaopectate\"><\/span>Is it safe to give my dog Kaopectate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kaopectate is used primarily to treat mild diarrhea and indigestion in dogs. <b>Pet parents should not give it to dogs to treat severe diarrhea, and treatment should only last for about 48 hours or less. If a dog is still showing symptoms of diarrhea after that time, they will need further veterinary care.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_soothes_a_dogs_stomach_and_helps_with_diarrhea\"><\/span>What soothes a dog&#8217;s stomach and helps with diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once your dog is feeling better gradually reintroduce their regular food. Other things that might help soothe your dog&#8217;s upset tummy include <b>natural yogurt, probiotics, peeled boiled potatoes, cottage cheese, egg with no oil added, specially formulated dog foods and medications prescribed by your vet<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_anti_diarrhea_medicine_is_safe_for_dogs\"><\/span>What anti diarrhea medicine is safe for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Imodium Multi-Symptom Relief has 2 mg of loperamide, but it also contains simethicone. This drug is usually safe for dogs, and they should get one pill for every 25 to 50 pounds of weight, as well.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_Kaopectate_can_a_dog_take\"><\/span>How much Kaopectate can a dog take?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The usual dosage of Kaopectate for dogs is <b>0.5 to 1 ml per pound of body weight given four to six times a day. This can vary depending on which active ingredient is in the medication and how concentrated it is, which is why you must ask your veterinarian before administering Kaopectate to your dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_quickly_does_Kaopectate_work_for_dogs\"><\/span>How quickly does Kaopectate work for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1 to 2 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_give_a_dog_human_Kaopectate\"><\/span>Can you give a dog human Kaopectate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Never give your pet Kaopectate without the approval of your veterinarian.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_Kaopectate_do_I_give_my_dog\"><\/span>How much Kaopectate do I give my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Vets usually suggest <b>0.5 to 1.5 ml per lb of liquid Kaopectate, or up to half of a 262 mg tablet per 7.5 lbs. You can give this medicine 1 to 3 times daily, with or without meals, for up to 48 hours.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_stop_diarrhea\"><\/span>What can I give my dog to stop diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A bland diet for a day or two can also help your pooch&#8217;s issue. <b>Plain-cooked white rice with a little chicken and some canned plain pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling) could also help your pup&#8217;s tummy feel better. Once your dog is feeling better gradually reintroduce their regular food.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_settle_a_dogs_upset_stomach_and_diarrhea\"><\/span>How do you settle a dog&#8217;s upset stomach and diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are a few things you can try, to help your dog feel better if they have an upset stomach:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Withhold food.<\/li>\n<li>Provide your dog with ice cubes.<\/li>\n<li>Give your dog bone broth to drink.<\/li>\n<li>Feed your dog canned pumpkin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>12 Mar 2020<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_thing_to_settle_a_dogs_stomach\"><\/span>What is the best thing to settle a dog&#8217;s stomach?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Chicken and rice are prime ingredients in many dog foods, and these mild foods sit well on upset canine stomachs. Plus, this bland meal is easy to prepare. All you need are boneless, skinless chicken breasts and rice.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Scrambled_Egg_good_for_dogs_with_diarrhea\"><\/span>Is Scrambled Egg good for dogs with diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Scrambled eggs are a good option for dogs with diarrhea because they are easy to digest and packed full of protein. Dogs who have been vomiting or eating stool may not be able to handle the high-fat content but scrambled egg is one of the best options out there.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_diarrhea_over_the_counter\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for diarrhea over the counter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Loperamide (Imodiumxae). This medication is a good treatment for diarrhea in a pinch and should be safe for your dog if dosed at 1 mg per 20 pounds of body weight. Only give one dose. If the diarrhea does not resolve, contact your veterinarian.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_give_a_dog_that_has_diarrhea\"><\/span>What can you give a dog that has diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>12 Foods to Give Your Dog When They Have Diarrhea or an Upset Stomach<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>White rice.<\/li>\n<li>Boiled boneless, skinless chicken breast meat.<\/li>\n<li>Pumpkin (canned or pureed)<\/li>\n<li>Mashed boiled potatoes.<\/li>\n<li>Mashed cooked carrots.<\/li>\n<li>Mashed sweet potatoes.<\/li>\n<li>Boiled egg.<\/li>\n<li>Oatmeal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_give_my_dog_human_anti_diarrhea_medicine\"><\/span>Can I give my dog human anti diarrhea medicine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Imodium Dosage For Dogs: <b>A dog can take one 2-milligram pill per 40 pounds of body weight two-to-three times a day, says Dr. Klein. Call your veterinarian first to verify dosage.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Imodium_hurt_my_dog\"><\/span>Will Imodium hurt my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Is Imodium Safe for Dogs? Some dogs with certain types of diarrhea can take Imodium, but in other cases, giving your dog Immodium can lead to potentially serious side effects like constipation, sedation (which can be severe), bloat and pancreatitis.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_antidiarrheal_take_to_work_in_dogs\"><\/span>How long does antidiarrheal take to work in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>about 1 to 2 hours<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Kaopectate_stop_diarrhea_dogs\"><\/span>Does Kaopectate stop diarrhea dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Kaopectate is used primarily to treat mild diarrhea and indigestion in dogs. Pet parents should not give it to dogs to treat severe diarrhea, and treatment should only last for about 48 hours or less. If a dog is still showing symptoms of diarrhea after that time, they will need further veterinary care.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_Kaopectate_Can_I_give_my_dog_for_diarrhea\"><\/span>How much Kaopectate Can I give my dog for diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dosage. Vets usually suggest <b>0.5 to 1.5 ml per lb of liquid Kaopectate, or up to half of a 262 mg tablet per 7.5 lbs. You can give this medicine 1 to 3 times daily, with or without meals, for up to 48 hours.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_meds_to_kick_in_for_dogs\"><\/span>How long does it take for meds to kick in for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whether or not a dose should be given again depends on how long after you gave the medication the animal vomited. Typically, most drugs are absorbed within <b>20-30 minutes after given by mouth.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How much Kaopectate Can you give a dog?Is it safe to give my dog Kaopectate?What soothes a dog&#8217;s stomach and helps with diarrhea?What anti diarrhea medicine is safe for dogs?How much Kaopectate can a dog take?How quickly does Kaopectate work for dogs?Can you give a dog human Kaopectate?How much Kaopectate do I&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23238"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23238"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23238\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":193925,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23238\/revisions\/193925"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23238"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23238"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23238"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}